Clair Obscur Studio Announces Official Esquie Plushie, Cautions About Scams

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 boasts a roster of unforgettable characters, but none might bring as much delight as Esquie, the game's endearing giant companion who could easily be mistaken for a mascot. Sandfall Interactive, the studio behind the game, has issued a warning about the proliferation of fake merchandise surrounding Esquie, while also hinting at the development of an official Esquie plush.

In a recent post on X/Twitter from the official Expedition 33 account, Sandfall Interactive highlighted the emergence of several "suspicious" websites selling Esquie plushies. "To be clear: any third-party websites selling Esquie plushies are NOT officially licensed," the studio stated. "Many of them are using AI-generated artwork to advertise, and we strongly recommend against purchasing from these sources. They could be scams."

To counterbalance the excitement with caution, as Esquie might put it, Sandfall confirmed that it is actively working on creating official Esquie plushies and aims to release them as soon as possible. "In the meantime, please be patient — and don’t get scammed!" the studio advised.

Fans of the game can easily understand the high demand for an Esquie plushie. For those yet to embark on Expedition 33, Esquie is a giant helper introduced in Act 1 of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, who not only becomes a traveling companion but also a method of overworld travel. His charm is reminiscent of Big Hero 6's Baymax.

Given Esquie's appeal, it's no surprise that an official plush would generate significant interest. A quick Google search reveals both unofficial sites and discussions about Esquie plush sellers. If you're eager for the authentic product from Sandfall and Kepler, you'll need to exercise some patience. There's no word yet on whether the real-life plushie will also contain wine, though.

Last week, Sandfall Interactive rolled out patch 1.2.3 for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which included balance adjustments to Maelle's Stendhal ability. Additionally, French President Emmanuel Macron recently lauded the game, describing its developers as a "shining example of French audacity and creativity."